- Major Rock Edict XIII is famously known for Ashoka's description of the Kalinga War and his remorse over the suffering it caused, leading to his conversion to Dhamma. - Major Rock Edict XII is primarily an appeal for religious tolerance, mutual respect among different sects, and the importance of controlling one's speech when criticizing others' faiths. - Major Rock Edict X expresses Ashoka's desire for true glory, which he defines as winning the respect of people through the practice of Dhamma, rather than worldly conquest. It does not record his visit to Lumbini. - Major Rock Edict V describes the appointment of Dhamma Mahamattas (officers of Dhamma) for the first time to spread the message of Dhamma and work for the welfare of various groups.
Consider the following statements about Ashokan rock edicts : 1. Major Rock Edict XIII records Ashoka's remorse at the sufferings caused by his Kalinga campaign. 2. Major Rock Edict X records Ashoka's visit to Lumbini. 3. Major Rock Edict XII refers to Dhamma Mahamattas as a new category of officers instituted by Ashoka. 4. Major Rock Edict XII speaks about showing tolerance towards all sects. Which of the statements given above are correct ?
Asked in UPSC NDA 1 2015 · Topic: Maurya Empire (Ashokan Edicts: Types, Content, and Significance)
More Ancient History of India questions
- Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the Lists : List-I (Mahamatta) List-II (Function)
- Which one of the following Ashokan Minor Rock Edicts, contains the personal name of the king - Ashoka ?
- Which of the following Ashokan inscriptions indicates that he did not abolish the Capital Punishment?
- Which inscription referred to “Piyadassi” as the second name for Asoka?
- Which of the following Rock Edict of Ashoka speaks of religious synthesis?
- Which one among the following inscriptions was installed in the easternmost part of Ashoka's territory?
- Ashokan inscriptions in Afghanistan are written in which one of the following scripts?
- Which one of the following political centers finds a mention in Ashokan inscriptions?